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New study proves FSC certification profitable for businesses

Wednesday 12 Aug 2015: In addition to numerous environmental and social benefits resulting from FSC certification, a new WWF study has shown that there is a concrete economic benefit - on average, forestry companies can earn anextra US$1.80 for every cubic metre of FSC-certified timber.

Most interestingly the study shows that tropical forest companies, and small/medium producers benefit the most from FSC certification, as they typically received the largest premiums, regardless of region or country.

“Tropical forests are vital to the future of our planet, and the communities who rely on them for their livelihoods need better market access. FSC certification helps provide that, and the price premiums reflect the high-end and niche markets they tend to supply. Investing in sustainable tropical timber is essential to the future of our forests,” noted Carstensen.